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The Jansen Family have been serving the homeowner and construction industry of the Florida Gulf Coast from Fort Meyers to North Tampa, Tarpon Springs and the Islands since 1973. In 2002, Phillip Jansen and his son Travis opened Jansen Shutters & Windows with the intention of providing the best hurricane protection necessary to ensure the safety of your family and business.
As our company grew we expanded out product line to include, Out Door Living Products. Which includes our exclusive “Jansen Vista” Motorized Insect Screens, Fabrication, Louver, Pergolas and more. We are proud to say everything we manufacture is American Made. Our work does not stop at installation, we believe it is necessary to educate our customers about the products we provide. So you can pick the best products that fits your lifestyle and budget.
Providing Hurricane Protection, Storm Protection Products, Hurricane Windows and Entry Doors in Sarasota, Venice, Englewood, Boca Grande, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Osprey, Nokomis, Long Boat Key, Bird Key, The Keys, Siesta Key, Casey Key, Manasota Key, Bradenton, Pinellas, Tampa, Odessa, Parrish, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Anna Maria Island, City of Sarasota, Cape Coral, Tarpon Springs, and all surrounding areas.
On this home we installed rolling screens along with a large retractable awning to provide shade whenever needed.
Rolling shutters provides the ultimate security and protection for your home.
Jansen Shutters & Specialties manufactures two types of rolling shutters for your storm shutter needs. Give us a call to schedule your free estimate. West coast of Florida call (941) 484-4700 or east coast call (407) 686-4117.
If you are looking for a screen to install on your garage door opening, give us a call. In addition to replacing your garage door, we can also provide a custom insect screen that will allow you to use your space in your garage without worrying about pesky flying pests.
Give us a call on the west coast of Florida at (941) 484-4700 or on the east coast at (407) 686-4117.
Discover how to naturally manage aquatic weed growth in your waterbody via hydro-raking or mechanical harvesting.
The answer depends on several factors, including the type of vegetation you want to be removed.
Both solutions allow you to naturally remove nuisance aquatic weeds with instant results, but which one is best for your lake or pond?
There is rarely one specific remedy for helping restore a waterbody. Often times, restoration includes a multiyear management program encompassing a combination of aquatic management tools and techniques, such as herbicide and algaecide treatments, nutrient remediation, aeration and biological augmentation. Mechanical removal is an additional management method that may be incorporated into a restoration program, and has a number of ecological benefits including nutrient mitigation, water circulation and open water habitat restoration.
Mechanical aquatic weed removal services encompasses two distinct management tools and approaches: aquatic weed harvesting and hydro-raking. While both provide ecological benefits, it is important to distinguish which option is better-suited for the specific management objectives of your lake or pond.
The aquatic weed harvester is a floating barge that cuts and effectively removes nuisance vegetation and algae from the surface of the waterbody. The plant material is collected and then offloaded, either into a container to be transported offsite or to a designated onshore compost area.
Mechanical lake weed removal offers an eco-friendly solution that does not create temporary water use restrictions during or after the work. For sensitive aquatic ecosystems, it can act as an alternative to herbicides. Mechanical harvesting can be an ideal management option for annual plants that are invasive or at nuisance levels. The aquatic weed harvester has been proven effective on water chestnut (Trapa natans), giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta), water soldier (Stratiotes aloides), and water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes).
The hydro-rake is also a floating barge run by two hydraulic paddle wheels, but is equipped with a 12-foot hydraulic arm with a rake attachment that is used to rake the pond bottom and remove detritus, organic sediment and aquatic vegetation with attached root systems. The hydro-rake, having no on-board storage, must offload the collected material directly onshore or onto a transport barge for removal.
Hydro-raking can be an effective alternative to herbicide and algaecide applications, but it has also proven effective in unison with these treatments. When managing emergent or floating leaf species, such as common reed (Phragmites australis) or water lily (Nymphaea sp.), herbicide application is often the first management approach, followed by hydro-raking. Hydro-raking is commonly utilized after control, to collect the plant biomass and associated root structure, negating it from contributing to the organic matter substrate below. This approach has proven effective on a number of aquatic plants such as cattails (Typha sp.), purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria), pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata), watershield (Brasenia schreberi) and Alligator weed (Alternanthera philoxeroides).
Hydro-raking can also serve as a more environmentally friendly and cost effective alternative to dredging. Additionally, if a lake or pond is periodically maintained through hydro raking, the need to perform a large scale dredge project may be negated, saving financial resources and prolonging ecological disruption in the process.
Both aquatic weed harvesting and hydro-raking collect plant biomass before it decomposes and contributes to the organic muck layer, maintaining or increasing overall water depth. In addition to the plant biomass, these mechanical options remove the associated nutrients (phosphorus and nitrogen) that contribute to increased plant and algae growth and, potentially, eutrophication.
These management techniques are used in a wide variety of projects on private, public and state waterbodies to help maintain or restore the open water space of shorelines, coves, inlets and outlets. Depending on the lake management objective and the target aquatic species for control, mechanical projects are usually part of a multiyear program. The next time you look out at your lake or pond, remembering its former attributes and beauty, consider investigating how mechanical lake weed removal services can be applied to help restore balance to your aquatic ecosystem.
Allstate Resource Management can handle all of your fish stocking needs in South Florida, whether it is triploid grass carp for assistance in weed control or largemouth bass for the avid angler. A balanced, healthy fish population can help to absorb nutrients in the water, control undesirable weeds, insects and other aquatic pests. They also provide a recreational asset for enjoyment. Call us today to find out more about our fish stocking services in South Florida.
We can design a lake or pond fish stocking program that is customized to meet your needs and budget which will include recommended fish species, quantity, government requirements and costs. For information on fish stocking, call us now
One of the most challenging aspects of lake maintenance is communicating the management program to the clients. A homeowner that sees a lake from a purely aesthetic point of view has a vastly different understanding than an applicator that is actively managing it.
We have the ability to help you educate your homeowners about their lakes and what we do. When you have questions about how your lake is being cared for, our experienced applicators are available to provide you with the answers you need. Feel free to print any of our “Understanding Your Lake” articles in this resource section.
If you would like us to supply articles for your HOA newsletters regarding waterway issues, please give us a call. We are also available for consultation presentations to HOA’s. We are a DBPR approved provider of CEU credits for CAM s and are available to supply your property management company with accredited courses.
Asap Fire Sprinkler Protection, is License, Bonded & Insured Florida base Fire sprinkler company who specializes in fire protection and life safety. Our goal and commitment is to deliver unparalleled service to all our customers. With 27 years of combined experience, we are capable of installing, servicing, repairing and inspecting any type of residential, commercial, industrial or special hazard fire sprinkler systems.
Our company was built on our hard work, hands-on experience, and customer satisfaction. Asap Fire contractors are known and respected in the industry for our daunting precision and field proficiency.
Asap Fire contractors can successfully handle all aspects of fire sprinkler integrated and suppression systems. Because life safety is our #1 goal, we use innovative thinking and meticulousness craftsmanship on every project.
Construction Site Management
Project Bid & Negotiation
Fire Protection Engineering & Design
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Performance and Base Design
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Third-Party Plan Installation Review
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Enhance the health of your freshwater waterbodies with natural solutions like nutrient remediation, aeration, and more…
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| SOLitude Lake Management, 2844 Crusader Circle, Ste 450, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, 888.480.LAKE
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Premier Fire Alarms & Integration Systems Installation Division Inc. has been a leader of innovative systems for over 27 years. Our Fire Alarm Company serve and install most major brands of fire alarm systems and security products. Our licensed and certified staff is available 24 hours for emergency system repairs. We are factory authorized dealers for various manufacturers of low voltage systems.
Below are the systems and services we provide:
by Hulett Environmental Services
In South Florida, pest control is a necessity year-round. The hot and humid weather keeps bugs active all the time. There are many reasons why pest control should be a consideration for your home. Homeowners need pest control as part of their regular home maintenance routine to help protect themselves, their family, and their biggest investment, their home. This is especially true in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, and all the way up to Fort Pierce and the rest of South Florida, where ants, termites, roaches, spiders, silverfish, and other insects that are so prevalent.
There are many good reasons for pest control, from the health benefits to preventing property damage. Read on to learn more about why pest control is an integral part of responsible homeownership from the bug experts at Hulett Environmental Services and their internal training department, Bugs University.
You may be asking yourself, “Do I need pest control?” We’ve got you covered with the top six important reasons to take advantage of pest control service in your home.
Pests can make you sick. Insects and rodents forage for food in unsanitary places and can pick up bacteria and germs along the way. When they travel into your home, they can spread pathogens that may cause diseases through bites, droppings, or contact with humans. Their presence can also exacerbate specific health problems, such as German cockroaches and asthma. Some bugs produce allergens that make it difficult for people with respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies to breathe easily. Regular pest control can help eliminate these pests that are associated with health hazards, making a better environment for your family.
Keeping a well-stocked pantry is part of good home economics, but unfortunately, many everyday pantry items are attractive to bugs. Many common pests, including ants and roaches, or even rodents, enter your home to forage for a food supply. When they find food in your living spaces, they’re likely to stick around.
Bugs often crawl through garbage and other unsanitary environments. If they’ve been scurrying around in your pantry, you’ll need to throw away and replace any contaminated items. Unless the pest control problem is addressed, the insects will likely continue to eat your food.
As an added layer of protection, in addition to regular pest control service, you can store your food in sealed plastic or glass containers to keep out pests such as the roaches. Desirable foods like cereal, flour, and sugar are easy for bugs to infiltrate, such as ants and other pests. You’ll save yourself the expense of having to replace these foods by storing them in containers that are impenetrable to bugs.
Insects can wreak havoc on your home. Some of the more destructive home invaders can eat away at or gnaw on the finishings or building materials in your home. They may even cause structural damage.
Structural damage from termites and other insects such as powderpost beetle and other wood destroying organisms can cause your property value to plummet. Some destructive bugs can be difficult to spot until they have caused significant damage. Trained pest control technicians, like those at Hulett, know what to look for and can help catch pest problems that arise earlier than the average homeowner. Not to mention rodents, that can gnaw on wood, chew through wires and plumbing, and also make a compete mess of your attic or kitchen with feces and urine.
Unfortunately, your homeowner’s insurance policy is unlikely to cover damage from bugs. Most insurance policies consider pest control measures to be part of the regular maintenance of owning a home. Consequently, they won’t pay for damage that results from a homeowner’s failure to perform this maintenance. If insects cause structural damage to your home, you’ll have to pay for costly repairs yourself.
The internet is full of DIY pest control tips that homeowners can use to prevent infestations. However, the problem is that these tips are often a one-size-fits-all approach to keeping your home pest-free. It won’t address any issues that are specific to your property and the types of insects it attracts. That’s where Hulett is different.
Customized pest control is key to eliminating a pest infestation quickly and effectively. Our experienced, well-trained pest control technicians have the skills to rapidly:
This more targeted, professional company proactive approach is more likely to resolve your pest control problem. DIY methods often require more knowledge, and a variety of products, that most consumers are not aware of. Hence, severe infestations are nearly impossible to eradicate without the help of professionals.
Professionals have the necessary equipment, training (e.g., Hulett’s Bugs University), and products to get the job done right. It can be intimidating to apply pest control products on your own. With a qualified technician from a professional pest control company, you know you’re getting the most current products and that they are applied by someone who knows the best locations and quantities to use them in. They can also select products or other pest control solutions tailored to your family’s needs.
Taking care of a home can be overwhelming. For most Americans, their home is their biggest investment, and maintaining their property comes with many responsibilities, including pest control. When you hire a professional pest control service, there’s no need to worry about insects and the costly damage they can do to your home, your most important investment. You know that your technician has your back. That way, you can rest assured that you’re doing your due diligence and protecting your family and property from bugs.
As you can see, there are so many reasons to take advantage of a regular pest control service. It can help you maintain your property and peace of mind. Pest control is a good investment because it can prevent property damage and help to promote a healthy environment. Some insects like termites can cause thousands of dollars in structural or cosmetic damage that insurance won’t cover, so protection against these insects is a great investment, especially in South Florida.
Is professional pest control worth the expense? People choose professional pest control because it offers a quick and convenient solution to an existing infestation or helps prevent one from developing. Pest control customers opt for the service because they think it’s a good value.
Tackling an infestation on your home can get complicated. Identifying insects can be tricky, and if you get it wrong, you may use the wrong strategy for eliminating the bugs. With so much that can go wrong, you may not be comfortable applying treatments yourself.
Additionally, the problem can actually worsen if pest control products are not used properly. If insects sense a threat and their colony is not entirely wiped out, the bugs may evacuate their current nest and set up several new ones on your property, leading to a more severe infestation.
The best and quickest way to eliminate or prevent an infestation is to hire an experienced pest control company. They have the tools and know-how to get the job done right.
At Hulett, we take bugs pretty seriously. You can rest assured that we will work hard to eliminate insects from your property. We will deliver a quick and effective solution that works for you and your family. There are so many reasons to choose Hulett.
We offer free, no-obligation home inspections.
Our technicians get ongoing training through the experts at Bugs University on the latest, most up-to-date products and methods to ensure that you get the most effective pest control solutions.
Your friendly Hulett technician will take the time to listen to your questions and concerns and thoroughly address them.
Hulett offers pet- and eco-friendly pest control services that use integrated pest management.
We’ll work with you to prevent the bugs from returning.
For more than 50 years, our family-owned business has helped so many South Florida homeowners maintain their properties by preventing infestations. See why so many families choose Hulett — for pest control treatment in South Florida, Just Call Hulett!
Hulett Environmental Services is South Florida’s leading local pest control company that guarantees results. We provide effective Healthy Home solutions for all types of pests: ants, termites, spiders, roaches, fleas, ticks, rats, mice and more!
Call our Member:
Kristof Czeczko
kczeczko@bugs.com
South Florida Account Manager
305-710-8916
Hulett Environmental Services
5580 N Pine Island Rd, Lauderhill, FL 33351
http://www.bugs.com
by Allstate Resource Management
The most important step is even before you have planted the first tree. You should select the right tree for the right location. You should always select trees that are wind tolerant and have good branch structure. Trees with good branch structure will have less overextended limbs, included bark and tree defects. Some trees handle decay from pruning better than others making species an important factor in the right tree. If your trees don’t have all the desired characteristics don’t worry you can still have the tree pruned by a Certified Arborist to remove or reduce the defects in the tree. So many people overreact and remove their trees out of fear of the unknown. This isn’t always necessary and is a waste of money.
You should always have a Certified Arborist inspect your trees on an annual basis. A Certified Arborist will be able to identify tree defects and make recommendations on corrective actions. Be sure the Certified Arborist you are working with has the TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification) credential. Ask your Certified Arborist to provide you proof of his qualifications so you are sure your getting sound advice. Don’t be afraid to get a second opinion before you commit to having work done. We recommend you first work with a consulting Certified Arborist that doesn’t perform tree service work so they have no financial interest in the recommendations made to you.
So now were ready to prune. I know you have tons of questions and I’m here to help you answer them.
Should you thin your trees so the wind can flow through them? No this can lead to overextended limbs which can fail during wind events.
Should you top your trees? Absolutely not, this is one of the biggest mistakes tree owners make. Topping trees will lead to weak attachment points, heavier upper canopy growth and reduced tree vigor.
Should you have the dead, broken, cracked or overextended limbs pruned or removed? Yes you should. Overextended limbs are long and have most of the weight at the end. Cracked or broken limbs have a high likelihood of failing during wind events, Dead limbs can break off and impact important property.
Should I prune my palms so they will survive the hurricane apocalypse? No palms are adapt to wind storms and have zero benefits from hurricane pruning. You will want to have them inspected by a Certified Arborist so any defects can be pointed out to you.
What can you do to help your trees survive a windstorm event? Plant the correct tree for the location, Have a Certified Arborist inspect them annually, prune only when you have a valid reason to prune them, provide fertilization when necessary and most of all don’t fall victim to fear or bad information.
If you are in need of a Certified Arborist to inspect your trees or help you determine what the best course of action is for your trees please contact our Certified Arborist at http://www.arborologyinc.com. We will be glad to meet you and empower you on managing your trees.
Ronnie Simpson
Board Certified Master Arborist
Arboriology Inc
http://www.arborologyinc.com
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